Harsh Punishment in Response to Encopresis _______

question 75

Multiple Choice

Harsh punishment in response to encopresis _______.

• A) aggravates the problem and causes anxiety.
• B) causes the problem to stop immediately.
• C) appears to work for boys but not for girls.
• D) teaches self-control.

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Definitions:

Variable-ratio

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, which tends to produce high rates of response.

Fixed-ratio

A reinforcement schedule in which a response is rewarded after a predetermined number of responses.

Variable-interval

A reinforcement timetable in which a response is reinforced following a random duration of time.

Variable-ratio Schedule

A reinforcement schedule where a response is reinforced after an unpredictable number of responses, making it highly resistant to extinction.